Latest Community Development News

Peak Rare Earths made significant strides in the March 2025 quarter, progressing its Ngualla Rare Earth Project, securing A$8.5 million in capital, and benefiting from a surge in rare earth prices driven by growing EV demand and evolving Chinese regulations.

Nickel Industries delivered a robust US$97.3 million Adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025 despite production challenges and a declining nickel price. Key milestones include approval to nearly double Hengjaya Mine’s ore sales quota and a strategic deferral of substantial ENC acquisition payments.

Mayur Resources has made significant strides in its Central Lime and Cement Project, finalising a Community Development Agreement and initiating early construction. The company also secured a decade-long quicklime supply alliance and progressed its Orokolo Bay Industrial Sands Project with a major investment partner.

Lotus Resources has fast-tracked the restart of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi, targeting production by Q3 2025, backed by a $132 million capital raise. Meanwhile, its Letlhakane project in Botswana reports a 65% increase in measured and indicated uranium resources.

Sovereign Metals has delivered an Optimised Prefeasibility Study reaffirming Kasiya’s status as a globally significant rutile and graphite project, alongside advancing rehabilitation efforts and positive graphite test results.

St Barbara Limited has secured Warden Court hearing dates for early April 2025, marking a pivotal step in renewing its Simberi Mining Lease in Papua New Guinea with strong local stakeholder backing.

West African Resources delivered solid Q4 2024 gold production and maintained full-year guidance, while progressing the Kiaka project on schedule and budget. The company also earned national recognition for its community contributions in Burkina Faso.